Jester or comedian in Indonesian is often referred to as the puppeteer.
Comedian is an important figure in traditional Indonesian culture, especially in the art of shadow puppets.
Comedians have a role as an entertainer of the people and also as a counterweight in the social life of the community.
One of the famous comedians in Indonesia is Ki Enthus Susmono, who often appears in television shows and also in shadow puppet shows.
Comedians also have the ability to bring funny stories and entertain people, so they are often invited to fill certain events.
In addition, comedians also have the ability to give moral messages in the story, so they are also considered as educators in Indonesian culture.
Indonesian comedians have a variety of different styles and characters, such as Ki Manteb Soedharsono, Srimulat, and Bagong Kussudiardja.
Comedians also often use regional languages in their performances, so they can introduce local culture to the audience.
In addition to Indonesia, comedians are also known in various countries in Asia, such as Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines.
Comedians often use properties and costumes that are typical in their performances, such as masks, batik cloth, and traditional musical instruments such as gamelan.
